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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 12, 1943
Page
3
A detailed score summary covers Waratah versus C.Y.M.S. and Albion versus St Albans with batting highlights and bowling figures. It also notes Sunshine and West Sunshine contesting the final four in the 5.D.C.A. competition at Selwyn Park and previews next Saturday’s finish.
The Sunshine Ladies batted first, several players scoring runs while J Elliott and T Dickson led with multiple wickets for Princes Park. In the second innings Sunshine reached a strong position with Hand and Craddock contributing. Craddock remained not out as the chase progressed. Princes Park claimed early wickets and had key dismissals by Leunig and Scobie, with late bowling by Craddock and Simpson capping the innings.
Thirty four contenders line up for the straight five and a half furlongs at Flemington with a possible record time in reach. Millais is tipped to win with Kalula a strong runner up and Burberry a popular each way choice as the field packs in for a decisive sprint.
Proxy-reported selections include Warrenn Hurdle events with The Stork and Silgaro. Federal Stakes 5 furlongs favors Helleon with Rouge and Sirius in the placings. Bond Handicap mile and six furlongs lists Mac Rob first with Pargoon and Cellini as place contenders. Oakleigh Plate 51 furlongs shows Kalula winning with Millais next and Burberry, Sea Stripe in the placings. St George's Stakes near nine furlongs favors Tranquil Star with Sun Valley and Pandect in support. Balisbury Welter around one mile Div declares Porteretti Duomint or Sangallo, with Jerry Cronin Fielding and Fur Trader in division. Sangallo wins with Fur Trader next, Royal Enfield and Foxhow as placers.
An obituary notice states a baby was born in Melbourne and notes family sentiments. The fragment details are limited but confirms birthplace and the memorial context.
St Mark's Marish Hall overflowed with Deer Park St Albans and Sunshine parishioners on Monday in farewell to Rev. A Townsend after three years as vicar of St Mark's. A cheque was presented to the Townsends and a musical program followed. Townsend will serve St John's East Malvern from February 12 with Rev F W Slade as interim pastor at St Mark's.
The 2nd Sunshine Girl Guides gathered at the Scout Hall on Martin Street for a December 16 break-up party. Miss Beavan the District Commissioner and Mrs. Morris attended. The evening featured games, dancing, skits, an enrolment ceremony, badges for L. Pomeroy and Joan Hughes, and gifts of gladioli and tea sets as thanks for long service since 1941.
The Radiator journal notes a stuck starter can be freed by rocking the car in high gear with brakes released while not towing. It warns against towing to start as it may require loosening the starter from the ante rollers.
Facts describe Manchukuo area of about five hundred thousand square miles with a population around forty two million. Southern Darren noted for vast size and advanced trains coaches and seating comparable to Manhattan and multi language menus. Also mentions merino wool coal iron amber soya bean cotton tussore silk from oak leaves. ends with a note on good temper brightening life.
Circular outlines curriculum from primary to leaving honours with note on long recognised successes in university work. Mentions a spacious sports area and moderate fees. States prospectus and interviews of application to the university.
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